New TK in the Making!

[GoRogueOne]

Just wanted to introduce myself...I've been stalking/researching on FISD for months.   I've always wanted to have my own TK armor and have recently ordered an ANH Stunt custom build from Troopermaster (TK Props) in the UK.  Looks like the build is almost done and it should be shipped this week!  It comes with the full armor, helmet, belt, holster, gloves and thermal detonator.  It would be fun to learn to build my own armor kit, but between my job in engineering and a real estate business (and maintaining a patient/tolerant/happy wife ), there just isn't time to take on a long term build.  I ordered boots this week, but am currently researching manufacturers for the E-11 blaster, neck seal and audio/fan helmet kits.  There's so many options with helmet audio kits and fans!  

 

My ultimate goal will be to get my armor approved and join my local 501st, the Great Lakes Garrison (Michigan).  I'll also be attending ICCC this year in Nashville in May and would love to wear my armor if I can get it completed and approved prior to.

 

Thanks for taking a minute to read my introduction and I look forward to learning more from FISD...I've already learned so much on here!  

[gmrhodes13[Staff]]

Looking forward to seeing some BBB photos soon

 

A great thread for everything Stormtrooper 

 

[GoRogueOne]

2 hours ago, gmrhodes13 said:

Looking forward to seeing some BBB photos soon

 

A great thread for everything Stormtrooper 

 

Thank you for the thread link...much appreciated!  I scanned through the links and I'll be hitting a bunch of them.  Lol.

 

I'll be sure to post some BBB photos when it arrives.  Can't wait!

[MaskedVengeance[Staff]]

Welcome, Jeff! I’m sure you’re getting very excited about BBB Day, and yours will be extra exciting I’m sure due to your commissioning of a custom suit. Glen has you on the right track with the thread he shared, and if you scroll to the bottom of the first post you’ll see the components that I ordered, which were pretty common ones. Hellhounds, who my rubber E-11 came from, isn’t currently in production, but there is a link to an E-11 vendor list on the aforementioned Resources Compilation thread. Darman (Bobby) makes a great washable neck-seal, found on Etsy or his own website, and there are several good options for helmet fans.

 

I suspect I speak for others when I say we look forward to seeing you complete your build, and perhaps eventually submit for L2 and L3! 

[Doggydoc[Staff]]

Hi Jeff. 
 

Welcome. Exciting times are on the way. Looking forward to seeing some pics when your kit arrives. 

[giskard8[Staff]]

Hello Jeff,

 

Welcome to FISD.

 

(Also trooping in two sets of TM suit)

[FN1313[TK]]

Hey Jeff,

Definitely read up on the resources available. I know that KeepTrooping.com is a decent resource for soft parts and you could get your boots and neck seal from them at the same time. That’s how I did it, but there could be other ways to source those too, so it’s worth checking other resources before diving in.


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[TKSpartan[Staff]]

Welcome to FISD Jeff! Looking forward for your BBB Day photos ! 

[Hesikaya[TK]]

Another soon to be minted TK! How exciting, Welcome aboard Jeff!

[Sly11[Admin]]

Welcome aboard Jeff, we are here to help you on your new journey.

[magni[TK]]

Welcome Jeff. 

Can't wait to see some pictures.

 

Good Luck Future Trooper 

 

 

[GoRogueOne]

On 4/9/2023 at 7:23 PM, MaskedVengeance said:

Welcome, Jeff! I’m sure you’re getting very excited about BBB Day, and yours will be extra exciting I’m sure due to your commissioning of a custom suit. Glen has you on the right track with the thread he shared, and if you scroll to the bottom of the first post you’ll see the components that I ordered, which were pretty common ones. Hellhounds, who my rubber E-11 came from, isn’t currently in production, but there is a link to an E-11 vendor list on the aforementioned Resources Compilation thread. Darman (Bobby) makes a great washable neck-seal, found on Etsy or his own website, and there are several good options for helmet fans.

 

I suspect I speak for others when I say we look forward to seeing you complete your build, and perhaps eventually submit for L2 and L3! 

Thank you!  Yes, I am very much looking forward to BBB day.  As a matter of fact, I received tracking today and it's on the way from the UK!  I'll be sure to get photos when it arrives.  I remember seeing posts about BBB day, so I'll dig them up and see how people generally posted the pic's.  

[GoRogueOne]

On 4/9/2023 at 9:22 PM, Doggydoc said:

Hi Jeff. 
 

Welcome. Exciting times are on the way. Looking forward to seeing some pics when your kit arrives. 

Thanks!  My kit was shipped today and I'm assuming I'll have it some time next week.

[GoRogueOne]

On 4/16/2023 at 1:24 AM, Hesikaya said:

Another soon to be minted TK! How exciting, Welcome aboard Jeff!

Thank you!

[gmrhodes13[Staff]]

Looking forward to seeing some photos, a great tutorial on adding images via a free online image hosting service 

 

 

[GoRogueOne]

Update:  Yesterday was Big Brown Box day!  I'm waiting on a couple additional pieces to arrive (neck seal and boots) and then I'll get some pictures posted.  I put it on and the suit fit pretty well, so I'm relieved and very happy with the way it looks.  Even my wife was impressed and said that she's officially accepted that she's married to a Stromtrooper.   

 

The last item that I have left is to decide on where I get my E-11 blaster from and how detailed I want it.  I'm researching all the links that are suggested on the site here...it's been a great resource!  Troopacoola commissions some really nice E-11's, so I'm considering going with him.  I was hoping to have a blaster before May 4th when I go to a local Star Wars Day gathering, but I'd rather make sure I get the right one.

 

Overall, it was an exciting day yesterday and I'm looking forward to pulling together everything so I can work on a 501st approval!

[TKSpartan[Staff]]

Congratulations for your BBB DAY!!!    Looking forward for your photos.